Rhinoplasty or Nose job is the surgery to change the shape of the nose. It is required in order to improve breathing or to enhance the physical appeal of the nose. Rhinoplasty is an effective surgery to correct the bone, cartilage as well as the skin of the nose and to restructure it in the desired shape.
A physical examination of the nose is essential before a Rhinoplasty in order to identify the difficulties that may occur during the surgery and discuss the plausible results after a nose job.
During a Rhinoplasty, an incision is made in the nostrils or at the base of the nose depending on the type of changes required to be made in the nose. The skin and the cartilage is raised gently to get maximum access to re-structure the nose. In case of a very large nose, the excess cartilage or bone is removed whereas, if the nose is too small, cartilage grafts from the nasal septum are added. After the nose is re-shaped, the incisions are closed with the help of stitches. A splint or gauze is used to maintain the shape of the nose after the surgery and it helps to keep the nasal septum stable.
There are several risks of Rhinoplasty. The patient may have to breathe through the mouth for at least a week after the surgery due to suffering from a blocked nose. There may be a lack of sensation or feeling of numbness in the nose and swelling may also occur. There may be of nosebleeds for several days after the Rhinoplasty. There are possibilities of suffering through a permanent breathing disorder, damage to the nasal septum and having an altered sense of smell.
After a Rhinoplasty, patients must not blow their noses for at least a week in order to prevent any damage to the nose due to strain. After a nose job, people generally wear a nasal splint for one week to maintain the position of the restructured nose. Slight swelling and brusing near the eyes is normal. It is essential to avoid strenuous physical activity for at least 6 weeks after the Rhinoplasty.